| Front | disentangle |
|---|---|
| Back | BrE /ˌdɪsɪnˈtæŋɡl/NAmE /ˌdɪsɪnˈtæŋɡl/ verb 1 ~ sth (from sth) to separate different arguments, ideas, etc. that have become confusedIt's not easy to disentangle the truth from the official statistics. It is important to disentangle all the factors that may be causing your stress. 2 ~ sth/sb (from sth) to free sb/sth from sth that has become wrapped or twisted around it or themHe tried to disentangle his fingers from her hair. (figurative) She has just disentangled herself from a painful relationship. 3 ~ sth to get rid of the twists and knots in sthHe was sitting on the deck disentangling a coil of rope. compare entangle |
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